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Paper illustration for Three-Point Estimation.
Decision Making
Three-Point Estimation
Paper illustration for Failure Mode and Effects Analysis
Operations
Failure Mode and Effects Analysis
Paper illustration for Kepner-Tregoe
Operations
Kepner-Tregoe
Purposedifferent
A single estimate for effort, time, or risk often looks too smooth for the real uncertainty behind it. It separates options, evaluation criteria, and open risks. The result is captured as a Three-Point Estimate, Risk Range, and Assumption Notes.For a process, product, or service with noticeable failure risks, the method assesses possible failure modes in advance. It directs attention to combinations of occurrence, effect, and detectability.For a disturbance that's hard to pin down, the method cleanly separates problem, cause, and decision. It reduces mixing when symptoms allow several interpretations.
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10-30 min je Item2-6 h2-8 h
Participantsdifferent
1-83-102-8
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Workshop + asyncWorkshopWorkshop + async
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Three-Point Estimate, Risk Range, Assumption NotesFMEA Table, Risk Priority, Mitigation ActionsProblem Analysis, Decision Analysis, Risk Plan
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EstimationUncertaintyForecasting
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Paper illustration for 8D Problem Solving.
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8D Problem Solving
Paper fishbone diagram with a measurable effect at the head and six labeled cause branches.
Operations
Fishbone Diagram
Paper illustration for PERT Estimation.
Decision Making
PERT Estimation
Paper illustration for Root Cause Analysis.
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Root Cause Analysis